18 Francs, 40 Centimes, 4 Ounces French siege coinage - Small stamps
1813 year| Silver | 122.38 g | 54 mm |
| Issuer | City of Zara (Croatian States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Napoleonic Wars (1803-1815) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1813 |
| Value | 18 Francs, 40 Centimes (18.40) |
| Currency | Franc (1807-1813) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 122.38 g |
| Diameter | 54 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | 7 December 1813 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#52923 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
In a rectangle, the value on two lines.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
4·0·
18F· 40C·
Edge
Lettering: SB MF SP (Simeone Borto-lazzi, Michele Fasolo and Sebastiano Picchi)
Comment
The mintage is unknown but altogether 64,000 ounces of these 4 coins were minted.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was used as a form of currency during a time of economic and political turmoil in Europe. The French siege coinage was created during the Napoleonic Wars, when France was facing a severe shortage of currency due to the economic blockade imposed by the British. The 18 Francs, 40 Centimes coin was one of the denominations issued during this time, and it was used to pay for goods and services in the cities under French occupation, including the City of Zara in Croatia. Despite its historical significance, the coin is still relatively affordable for collectors, with prices ranging from a few hundred to a few thousand dollars, depending on its condition and rarity.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1813 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 18 Francs, 40 Centimes, 4 Ounces (French siege coinage - Small stamps) 1813 coin.
